2018 Acura MDX Engine Parts

This table covers the seals at each camshaft end. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again. Read more

5 Camshaft Seal parts for the 2018 Acura MDX come from 4 brands — VICTOR REINZ, FEL-PRO, APEX and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is FEL-PRO TCS46025.

This group includes FEL-PRO TCS46025 and APEX ATC1400 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers lower / conversion gasket sets for oil-pan and related joints. Typical signs include the leaks that sent the engine or gearbox to the bench. Use every gasket the set is meant for that opening — leftover unused pieces usually belong to another configuration. Read more

3 Conversion / Lower Gasket Set parts are listed for the 2018 Acura MDX, from APEX, FEL-PRO and ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS.

This group includes APEX ACS1055, FEL-PRO CS26265 and ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS 0929808.

This table covers the sleeves used to restore a grooved crankshaft seal surface. Read more

This group shows a single part: SKF 99313.

This table covers the front and rear seals that keep oil in at the crankshaft. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again. Read more

7 Crankshaft Seal parts for the 2018 Acura MDX come from 5 brands — VICTOR REINZ, APEX, FEL-PRO and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is FEL-PRO BS40685.

Part numbers include FEL-PRO BS40685, VICTOR REINZ 191022201 and APEX ATC1401, among others listed above.

This table covers the bolts that clamp the cylinder head to the block. Read more

4 Cylinder Head Bolt parts are listed for the 2018 Acura MDX, from ELRING, APEX and FEL-PRO.

Part numbers include APEX AHB155, ELRING 533030 and ELRING 468750, among others listed above.

This table covers the Engine Cover grommets. Read more

This group shows a single part: DORMAN 49932.

This table covers the exhaust valves that let combustion gas out of the cylinder. Typical signs include a circuit that will not hold, a whistle, or a code for this valve. A stuck valve is often debris. Clean the ports before installing the new one. Read more

6 Exhaust Valve parts for the 2018 Acura MDX come from 5 brands — MELLING, ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS, QUALCAST and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS RX9599.

This group includes ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS RX9599, MELLING V0779 and MELLING V0779IN and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the crankshaft pulleys / harmonic balancers at the front of the engine. Read more

2 Harmonic Balancer parts are listed for the 2018 Acura MDX, from ATP and DAYCO.

Part numbers include ATP 102367 and DAYCO PB1713N.

This table covers the gaskets between the intake manifold and the cylinder head. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for. Read more

5 Intake Manifold Gasket parts are listed for the 2018 Acura MDX, from BECK/ARNLEY, APEX and FEL-PRO. BECK/ARNLEY 0374858 carries the "Popular" badge.

Part numbers include BECK/ARNLEY 0374858, APEX AMS1691 and BECK/ARNLEY 0376217, among others listed above.

This table covers the gaskets that seal the Intake Plenum. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for. Read more

3 Intake Plenum Gasket parts for the 2018 Acura MDX come from 3 brands — APEX, FEL-PRO and ULTRA-POWER.

This group includes APEX AMS1690 and FEL-PRO MS964093 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the intake valves that let air (and fuel, on port-injected engines) into the cylinder. Typical signs include a circuit that will not hold, a whistle, or a code for this valve. A stuck valve is often debris. Clean the ports before installing the new one. Read more

5 Intake Valve parts for the 2018 Acura MDX come from 5 brands — MELLING, ENGINETECH, QUALCAST and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is MELLING V0336.

Listed part numbers: MELLING V0336, ENGINETECH IM4476 and QUALCAST 1013336, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the mounts that hold the engine to the chassis. Typical signs include a clunk on takeoff, a vibration at idle, or a separated rubber insert. Support the powertrain before unbolting a mount, and torque the fasteners in the notes. Read more

14 Motor Mount parts for the 2018 Acura MDX come from 5 brands — ANCHOR, DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL, BECK/ARNLEY and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is ANCHOR 9964.

This table covers the engine oils listed by grade and specification for this engine. Typical signs include a low-oil lamp, knocking after a long interval, or oil that has gone thin and black well before the next service. Match the viscosity and spec in the notes (and on the filler cap). The tables group grades — they are not interchangeable. Read more

37 Oil parts for the 2018 Acura MDX come from 6 brands — LIQUI MOLY, VALVOLINE, MOBIL and 3 other brands. The "Popular" part is LIQUI MOLY 2208. Grades run from Full Synthetic through High Mileage (>75,000 Miles); Full Synthetic is the most populated section, led by LIQUI MOLY, VALVOLINE, MOBIL and 3 other brands.

This table covers the Oil Cooler Mounting kits. Read more

HAYDEN supplies both parts for the 2018 Acura MDX.

Part numbers include HAYDEN 238 and HAYDEN 153.

This table covers the drain plugs in the oil pan. Read more

5 Oil Drain Plug parts for the 2018 Acura MDX come from 3 brands — DORMAN, REIN and SKP. The "Popular" part is DORMAN 090053.

Part numbers include DORMAN 090053, DORMAN 090033 and DORMAN 092020, among others listed above.

This table covers the crush washers and gaskets under the oil drain plug. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for. Read more

5 Oil Drain Plug Gasket parts are listed for the 2018 Acura MDX, from ULTRA-POWER, DORMAN, APEX and 1 other brand. DORMAN 095144 carries the "Popular" badge.

Listed part numbers: DORMAN 095144, APEX ADP1909 and FEL-PRO 73346, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the caps on the oil filler neck. Read more

4 Oil Filler Cap parts for the 2018 Acura MDX come from 4 brands — CALORSTAT, DORMAN, GATES and 1 other brand.

This group includes CALORSTAT OC2335, DORMAN 80985 and GATES 31284 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the oil filters that screw onto this engine's filter mount. Typical signs include low oil pressure after a service, or a filter that will not spin off because the old gasket stayed on the block. Lube the new gasket and tighten to the spec on the box; a double-gasket install dumps the sump on the first drive. Read more

19 Oil Filter parts for the 2018 Acura MDX come from 15 brands — VARIOUS MFR, BOSCH, WIX and 12 other brands. The "Popular" part is MOBIL M1110A.

The Economy section lists 7 options from VARIOUS MFR, BOSCH, FRAM and 3 other brands — the catalog's value-priced group. BOSCH 72226WS is listed in this group.

The High Performance / Heavy Duty section lists 2 options from MOBIL and WIX — grouped under the catalog's "High Performance / Heavy Duty" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. MOBIL M1110A is listed in this group.

In the Standard Replacement grade, BOSCH, WIX, ACKOJA and 7 other brands supply 10 parts: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is BOSCH 3323.

This table covers the Oil Filter Adapter Gasket O-rings. Typical signs include a seep at a fitting or a housing that weeps after a service. Lube the new O-ring with the fluid it will see, and do not roll it into the groove. Read more

4 Oil Filter Adapter Gasket / O-Ring parts are listed for the 2018 Acura MDX, from FEL-PRO and MAHLE / CLEVITE.

Part numbers include FEL-PRO ES74047, FEL-PRO 73040 and FEL-PRO 72951, among others listed above.

This table covers the Oil Filter Support tubes. Read more

One part is listed for the 2018 Acura MDX — AUTOTECNICA HA1416938.

This table covers the oil pans that hold the engine's oil sump. Read more

3 Oil Pan parts are listed for the 2018 Acura MDX, from DORMAN, SKP and SPECTRA PREMIUM.

Part numbers include DORMAN 264380, SKP SK264380 and SPECTRA PREMIUM HOP20A.

This table covers the gaskets between the oil pan and the block. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for. Read more

2 Oil Pan Gasket parts for the 2018 Acura MDX come from 2 brands — FEL-PRO and VICTOR REINZ.

Part numbers include FEL-PRO OS30954T and VICTOR REINZ 703141410.

This table covers the Oil pumps. Typical signs include noise from the pump, no pressure, or fluid that never arrives at the outlet. Prime or fill the pump as the notes require. A dry start is a common way to kill a new unit. Read more

5 Oil Pump parts for the 2018 Acura MDX come from 5 brands — ENGINETECH, SKP, MELLING and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is MELLING M569.

The Economy section: 2 options from ENGINETECH and SKP. ENGINETECH EPK200 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 1 part, from MELLING. A representative part number is MELLING M569.

2 further parts sit outside the graded sections, with the same engine-level match.

Part numbers include MELLING M569, ENGINETECH EPK200 and SKP SKM569, among others listed above.

This table covers the Timing belts. Typical signs include squeal on cold start, cracked ribs, or glazing. Spin the tensioner and idlers by hand while the belt is off. Read more

5 Timing Belt parts are listed for the 2018 Acura MDX, from CLOYES, GATES, ACDELCO and 2 other brands. GATES T329 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 1 part, from CLOYES. A representative part number is CLOYES B329.

The Standard Replacement section: 4 options from GATES, ACDELCO, BANDO and 1 other brand. GATES T329 is listed in this group.

Listed part numbers: GATES T329, CLOYES B329 and ACDELCO TB329, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the Timing Belt & component kits. Read more

3 Timing Belt & Component Kit parts for the 2018 Acura MDX come from 2 brands — AISIN and US MOTOR WORKS.

This group includes AISIN TKH002KR, AISIN TKH002 and US MOTOR WORKS USTK329.

This table covers the Timing Belt tensioners. Typical signs include belt flutter, a chirp that returns after a new belt, or an arm that no longer damps. Replace the tensioner with the belt at higher mileage. Read more

5 Timing Belt Tensioner parts for the 2018 Acura MDX come from 3 brands — ACDELCO, GATES and DAYCO. The "Popular" part is DAYCO 85067.

Part numbers include DAYCO 85067, ACDELCO T43129 and ACDELCO T41231, among others listed above.

This table covers the Timing Cover Dust Seal sets. Read more

This group shows a single part: MAHLE / CLEVITE JV5273.

This table covers the wear sleeves used to restore a Timing Cover seal surface. Read more

This group shows a single part: SKF 99169.

This table covers the seals at the Timing Cover. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again. Read more

This group shows a single part: SKF 16473.

This table covers the Timing idlers. Typical signs include a chirp that follows engine speed, or an idler that feels rough or has play. Replace a noisy idler with the belt — the labor is already paid for. Read more

4 Timing Idler parts for the 2018 Acura MDX come from 4 brands — DORMAN, GATES, TOPLINE and 1 other brand.

This group includes DORMAN 15011, GATES T41232 and TOPLINE BTH38I and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the gaskets that seal the valve cover to the cylinder head. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for. Read more

8 Valve Cover Gasket parts for the 2018 Acura MDX come from 4 brands — APEX, BECK/ARNLEY, ELRING and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is APEX AVC176S.

Part numbers include APEX AVC176S, BECK/ARNLEY 0362072 and APEX AVC176L, among others listed above.

This table covers the pressed-in bronze and cast-iron guides that align valve stems. Typical signs include oil smoke on startup, a guide that has gone oval, or a valve that no longer seats quietly. Guides are a machine-shop fit. Confirm stem diameter in the notes before ordering. Read more

5 Valve Guide parts for the 2018 Acura MDX come from 3 brands — SBI, TOPLINE and QUALCAST. The "Popular" part is SBI 1408157.

This group includes SBI 1408157, QUALCAST 308157 and SBI 1408158 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the springs that close each intake and exhaust valve. Typical signs include a sagging corner, a broken coil, or a clunk from the spring pocket. Replace springs in axle pairs and inspect the seats. Read more

One part is listed for the 2018 Acura MDX — MELLING VS2501.

This table covers the Valve Spring retainers. Read more

One part is listed for the 2018 Acura MDX — MELLING VSR730.

This table covers the keepers that lock each valve-spring retainer to the stem. Read more

2 Valve Spring Retainer Keeper parts are listed for the 2018 Acura MDX, from QUALCAST and SBI.

Part numbers include QUALCAST 345008 and SBI 1211060.

This table covers the seals on each valve stem that control oil into the guides. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again. Read more

6 Valve Stem Seal parts for the 2018 Acura MDX come from 5 brands — SBI, APEX, FEL-PRO and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is APEX AVS1028.

Part numbers include APEX AVS1028, FEL-PRO SS702832 and QUALCAST 3859255, among others listed above.

This table covers the oil-control solenoids that command the cam phasers. Typical signs include a door or range that will not move, or a click with no motion. Confirm the command signal before replacing the actuator — a failed module looks the same. Read more

9 Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid / Actuator parts for the 2018 Acura MDX come from 6 brands — HOLSTEIN, WELLS, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and 3 other brands. The "Popular" part is DORMAN 918075.

The Economy section: 7 options from HOLSTEIN, WELLS, DORMAN and 2 other brands. DORMAN 918075 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 2 parts, from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS. A representative part number is STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS VVT238.

This group includes DORMAN 918075 and HOLSTEIN 2VTS0139 and the remaining parts above.